Bachelor of Science in Finance - Personal Financial Planning (Online)
If you’re considering a career in finance, an education from Post University may be one of your most valuable investments. Our graduates have landed finance jobs in corporate finance, investment and wealth management, banking, personal finance, and international finance. Many have also pursued graduate education and professional study to become Certified Financial Planners (CFPs).
Program Highlights
As a student in our finance degree program, you will develop your skills in analyzing financial situations, determining potential problems and arriving at profitable solutions. Through case studies, you will learn about the cultural, global and ethical environments in which businesses operate and gain vital foundational knowledge in:
- Financial Management
- Financial policy making
- Strategic financial planning
- Business fundamentals and ethics
- Communication
Post University is one of fewer than 50 universities in the nation to offer academic courses that prepare students to sit for two separate Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) exams: Series 6 and Series 7. We also offer a variety of concentration options to customize your education and put you on the path toward your desired financial career, without compromising your current job responsibilities.
Our flexible campus-based and online finance courses were designed for working professionals like you and our commitment, is to provide you with a personalized experience with academic and professional support at every stage of your educational experience.
Learn the basic and fundamental areas of personal financial planning and study for either the FINRA Series 6 or Series 7 exam.
This degree program is nationally accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
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Associate's Degrees
You are determined to keep the public safe and vow always to uphold the integrity of the law. Now make that commitment a career with a criminal justice degree from Post University. This could be your first step toward a rewarding and demanding position in federal, state or local law enforcement; counseling; case management; or other criminal justice jobs. With the foundational knowledge, you will build in our program; you can be prepared to enter or advance in the field or pursue your bachelor’s degree. Many of our graduates continue to graduate or law school to further enhance their experience and skills.
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Request More Information »If you would like to help others navigate the law and solve their legal problems, then enroll in the legal studies program at Post University. Our skills-based program provides a career-focused pathway to legal studies jobs in a range of law firms, corporate legal departments, the court system and government agencies. Upon completion of your studies, you will possess a comprehensive understanding of various specialized areas of the law, which you can apply to entry-level legal positions. Many of our graduates go on to pursue their bachelor’s degree at Post University to further advance their careers.
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Request More Information »Without customers, businesses can’t be successful. That’s why they rely on marketing teams to deliver their message to potential buyers both on and offline. A Post University education is your first step toward a new career in this exciting field. As a graduate of our marketing degree program, you can pursue marketing jobs in the areas of customer relationship management, marketing strategy development, and marketing trend analysis.
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Thanks to technology, the world is more connected than ever before, and information is accessible anywhere we go. With a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies degree from Post University, you can turn your passion for staying in-the-know into a career as a journalist, advertising copywriter, public relations specialist, social media coordinator or other communication jobs.
Request More Information »Thanks to technology, the world is more connected than ever before, and information is accessible anywhere we go. With a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies degree from Post University, you can turn your passion for staying in-the-know into a career as a journalist, advertising copywriter, public relations specialist, social media coordinator or other communication jobs.
Request More Information »Thanks to technology, the world is more connected than ever before, and information is accessible anywhere we go. With a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies degree from Post University, you can turn your passion for staying in-the-know into a career as a journalist, advertising copywriter, public relations specialist, social media coordinator or other communication jobs.
Request More Information »When your friends need advice or a sympathetic ear, they turn to you. You’ve always had an interest and insight into human behavior. Learn more about yourself and how to help others with a psychology degree from Post University. In this program, you will gain a solid foundation in the fundamentals of psychology and explore various sub-fields to prepare for fulfilling psychology jobs, such as group home worker, case manager, mental health technician or paraprofessional. Many of our graduates go on to pursue their master’s degree at Post University to further advance their careers in counseling, research, education or business settings.
Request More Information »When your friends need advice or a sympathetic ear, they turn to you. You’ve always had an interest and insight into human behavior. Learn more about yourself and how to help others with a psychology degree from Post University. In this program, you will gain a solid foundation in the fundamentals of psychology and explore various sub-fields to prepare for fulfilling psychology jobs, such as group home worker, case manager, mental health technician or paraprofessional. Many of our graduates go on to pursue their master’s degree at Post University to further advance their careers in counseling, research, education or business settings.
Request More Information »The online Bachelor of Arts in Psychology degree program at Post University will help you make a positive impact on people's day-to-day lives. This program is designed to help you enhance your social maturity, interpersonal effectiveness, critical thinking, collaboration, persistence, initiative, and oral/written expression. Learn from faculty whose extensive backgrounds in the social sciences, social services, and business allow them to provide you hands-on experiences that integrate theory and practice.
Request More Information »The online Bachelor of Arts in Psychology degree program at Post University will help you make a positive impact on people's day-to-day lives. This program is designed to help you enhance your social maturity, interpersonal effectiveness, critical thinking, collaboration, persistence, initiative, and oral/written expression. Learn from faculty whose extensive backgrounds in the social sciences, social services, and business allow them to provide you hands-on experiences that integrate theory and practice.
Request More Information »From large corporations to small firms, every business needs an accountant to make informed financial decisions. With an accounting degree from Post University, you can fulfill this integral role in accounting departments of local or national businesses, the federal government, or non-profit organizations. Many of our graduates enter the workforce right away or pursue their Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification.
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Request More Information »You strive for excellence in everything you do, and you’re not afraid to step outside of the box to find new solutions to complex challenges. The business world needs more natural-born leaders like you, with a strong educational background from Post University. Our Bachelor of Science in Business Administration graduates are prepared to pursue a variety of business administration jobs in corporate settings, retail, and consumer products businesses, or manufacturing firms.
Request More Information »You strive for excellence in everything you do, and you’re not afraid to step outside of the box to find new solutions to complex challenges. The business world needs more natural-born leaders like you, with a strong educational background from Post University. Our Bachelor of Science in Business Administration graduates are prepared to pursue a variety of business administration jobs in corporate settings, retail, and consumer products businesses, or manufacturing firms.
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Request More Information »Improve your ability to identify and evaluate entrepreneurial opportunities by earning your online Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Entrepreneurship from The Malcolm Baldrige School of Business at Post University. Study new venture creation, financial statement analysis, and other skills vital to building and managing a firm after startup.
Request More Information »You strive for excellence in everything you do, and you’re not afraid to step outside of the box to find new solutions to complex challenges. The business world needs more natural-born leaders like you, with a strong educational background from Post University. Our Bachelor of Science in Business Administration graduates are prepared to pursue a variety of business administration jobs in corporate settings, retail, and consumer products businesses, or manufacturing firms.
Request More Information »You strive for excellence in everything you do, and you’re not afraid to step outside of the box to find new solutions to complex challenges. The business world needs more natural-born leaders like you, with a strong educational background from Post University. Our Bachelor of Science in Business Administration graduates are prepared to pursue a variety of business administration jobs in corporate settings, retail, and consumer products businesses, or manufacturing firms.
Request More Information »Build a solid foundation in business management by earning your online Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Management from The Malcolm Baldrige School of Business at Post University. Obtain a general and comprehensive background in management from instructors who are currently engaged in management roles in business and agencies of all sizes.
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Request More Information »Businesses of all sizes, across all industries, need tech-savvy individuals like you to design, maintain and secure their networks and software. With a computer information systems degree from Post University, you can pursue an in-demand career as a systems analyst, programmer, database analyst or network tech/manager, or start your graduate studies in information systems. If you are inspired by technology and solutions-focused, then a computer information systems degree may be your next step toward a new career.
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Request More Information »Businesses of all sizes, across all industries, need tech-savvy individuals like you to design, maintain and secure their networks and software. With a computer information systems degree from Post University, you can pursue an in-demand career as a systems analyst, programmer, database analyst or network tech/manager, or start your graduate studies in information systems. If you are inspired by technology and solutions-focused, then a computer information systems degree may be your next step toward a new career.
Request More Information »You strive to be honorable and fair in every aspect of your life. You value the integrity of the law and are committed to leading by example. With a criminal justice degree from Post University, you can be prepared for criminal justice jobs in the Federal Marshals Office; FBI; Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms; Department of Homeland Security; or IRS. You may also seek employment or career advancement as a U.S. Postal Police officer, courtroom security officer, corporate security officer, or state/federal corrections employee. Many of our graduates go on to pursue their master’s or law degree at Post University to advance their criminal justice career.
Request More Information »This concentration is a combination of disciplines: Coursework gives equal focus to criminal justice, sociology and human services and how they integrate with the correctional field.
Request More Information »This concentration focuses on the theories, history, functions and management of correctional institutions and communities along with prisoners’ rights with the impact of these practices on the criminal justice system.
Request More Information »In this concentration, you will study the four phases of emergency management: mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. You will also gain a historical awareness of terrorism, particularly within the United States and its interests abroad, and an understanding of ongoing efforts to secure the homeland.
Request More Information »This concentration provides an introduction to the core areas of law enforcement, including juvenile justice, police administration and management, and white collar crime.
Request More Information »Students in this concentration will gain an understanding of the fundamental principles of law through an analysis of the role and function of the American legal system. Graduates will have the knowledge needed to pursue careers in areas like court reporting or paralegal … or, potentially, apply to law school.
Request More Information »If you want to be the go-to person in times of crisis, Post University’s online Emergency Management & Homeland Security degree program is for you. Through courses developed and taught by experts in the field, you will learn how to anticipate, prepare, respond to and manage natural and man-made disasters. You also will gain practical knowledge on the use of modern methodologies for securing our homeland.
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Request More Information »In this concentration, you will learn about the duties and challenges of the modern law enforcement officer so that you can pursue a position in a local, state or federal law enforcement agency.
Request More Information »If you’re considering a career in finance, an education from Post University may be one of your most valuable investments. Our graduates have landed finance jobs in corporate finance, investment and wealth management, banking, personal finance, and international finance. Many have also pursued graduate education and professional study to become Certified Financial Planners (CFPs).
Request More Information »If you’re considering a career in finance, an education from Post University may be one of your most valuable investments. Our graduates have landed finance jobs in corporate finance, investment and wealth management, banking, personal finance, and international finance. Many have also pursued graduate education and professional study to become Certified Financial Planners (CFPs).
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Request More Information »Upon graduation of this concentration, you will be ready to take the FINRA Series 6 exam and pursue employment in retail, commercial or consumer banking or investment product sales and services.
Request More Information »If you’re considering a career in finance, an education from Post University may be one of your most valuable investments. Our graduates have landed finance jobs in corporate finance, investment and wealth management, banking, personal finance, and international finance. Many have also pursued graduate education and professional study to become Certified Financial Planners (CFPs).
Request More Information »Whether you spell out Human Resources or simply call it HR, there’s nothing quite like helping your fellow employees achieve their career goals while ensuring the compliance and protection of your organization. If working across departments to help associates enjoy better work lives sounds like a career plan, you’re ready. You’re ready to explore a world of team-building, organizational leadership and success. You’re ready to gain a comprehensive look at the HR function as it operates within an organization. You’re ready for Post University’s Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management.
Request More Information »You have a genuine desire to help others at the individual, group and community level. With a human services degree from Post University, you can possess the knowledge and abilities necessary to make a difference in the human services field. Our graduates have secured human services jobs as caseworkers, youth workers, probation officers, life skills instructors, group home managers, client advocates, program managers and program engagement coordinators. You may also choose to pursue your master’s degree at Post University to further advance your career and work toward clinical licensure.
Request More Information »You have a genuine desire to help others at the individual, group and community level. With a human services degree from Post University, you can possess the knowledge and abilities necessary to make a difference in the human services field. Our graduates have secured human services jobs as caseworkers, youth workers, probation officers, life skills instructors, group home managers, client advocates, program managers and program engagement coordinators. You may also choose to pursue your master’s degree at Post University to further advance your career and work toward clinical licensure.
Request More Information »You have a genuine desire to help others at the individual, group and community level. With a human services degree from Post University, you can possess the knowledge and abilities necessary to make a difference in the human services field. Our graduates have secured human services jobs as caseworkers, youth workers, probation officers, life skills instructors, group home managers, client advocates, program managers and program engagement coordinators. You may also choose to pursue your master’s degree at Post University to further advance your career and work toward clinical licensure.
Request More Information »You have a genuine desire to help others at the individual, group and community level. With a human services degree from Post University, you can possess the knowledge and abilities necessary to make a difference in the human services field. Our graduates have secured human services jobs as caseworkers, youth workers, probation officers, life skills instructors, group home managers, client advocates, program managers and program engagement coordinators. You may also choose to pursue your master’s degree at Post University to further advance your career and work toward clinical licensure.
Request More Information »In this concentration, you will study the impact of mental health issues and social conditions on individuals. Coursework explores child development; differences in race, gender identity and culture; and theories of psychopathology.
Request More Information »This concentration provides you with an understanding of the impact of society on individuals. Coursework addresses topics including socialization, stratification, social class, social change and social influence on marriage and family; alcohol and drug use; and gender, race, and ethnicity.
Request More Information »Attorneys aren’t the only legal professionals who help others navigate the law and solve their legal problems. Paralegals are integral to the legal process, as they support attorneys with a variety of tasks. With an education from Post University, you can be prepared to join a legal team and deliver helpful, effective, problem-solving legal services. Our BS in Legal Studies program provides a career-focused pathway to paralegal jobs in a range of law firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies, and the court system. Unlike many paralegal schools’ programs, ours includes both traditional, skills-based paralegal courses and survey-type legal studies courses to give you the well-rounded education and experience employers look for in potential candidates.
Request More Information »You’ve always been a people person. You enjoy working in teams and are quick to take the reins on projects. With a management degree from Post University, you can turn your knack for leadership into a management career. Great managers are needed in virtually every industry; you can pursue management jobs in operations management, retail, social and community service, supply chain management, sales, product development, administrative services, human resources, and more.
Request More Information »Gain valuable financial planning skills applicable to any business setting. In this concentration, you will learn the foundational concepts and principles of accounting, as well as the basic framework for recording and reporting transactions.
Request More Information »You’ve always been a people person. You enjoy working in teams and are quick to take the reins on projects. With a management degree from Post University, you can turn your knack for leadership into a management career. Great managers are needed in virtually every industry; you can pursue management jobs in operations management, retail, social and community service, supply chain management, sales, product development, administrative services, human resources, and more.
Request More Information »Courses in the Construction Management concentration will give you a fundamental understanding of both the business and technical sides of construction. You’ll also review the critical thought process required to estimate the labor, equipment and methods required for a construction job.
Request More Information »You’ve always been a people person. You enjoy working in teams and are quick to take the reins on projects. With a management degree from Post University, you can turn your knack for leadership into a management career. Great managers are needed in virtually every industry; you can pursue management jobs in operations management, retail, social and community service, supply chain management, sales, product development, administrative services, human resources, and more.
Request More Information »This concentration helps students prepare for success in the world of finance – from financial services and analyst positions to careers in insurance and banking. Coursework is specifically designed to prepare students to sit for and take Series 6 and Series 7 FINRA exams.
Request More Information »Today's Instructional Designers are leading the charge in creating highly interactive and engaging materials to supplement traditional classroom instruction and serve as the foundation for fully online learning options. Post University's Online BS in Instructional Design and Technology can help you develop the knowledge and skills needed to excel in this growing field. As an Instructional Designer you can: Build high-quality e-learning experiences for students of all ages; Design training materials, teaching manuals or student guides; Present and make recommendations on technology and instructional delivery methods; Develop multi-media materials to support K-12, higher education and corporate training settings; Our fully online accelerated format not only makes it possible to experience first-hand the benefits of well-designed online courses, but allows you to earn your degree at a time and place that's convenient for you-without sacrificing quality.
Request More Information »You’ve always been a people person. You enjoy working in teams and are quick to take the reins on projects. With a management degree from Post University, you can turn your knack for leadership into a management career. Great managers are needed in virtually every industry; you can pursue management jobs in operations management, retail, social and community service, supply chain management, sales, product development, administrative services, human resources, and more.
Request More Information »This concentration provides you with an introduction to the foundational concepts and principles of marketing. You will gain a basic understanding of real-world applications of general marketing, selling skills and retail merchandising/management.
Request More Information »From schedules to finances and even the ability to effectively work with different personalities on a daily basis, project management requires multiple skill-sets that ensure any project, regardless of size, is executed efficiently. This concentration helps you identify the tools needed for various projects and how to implement them.
Request More Information »You’ve always been a people person. You enjoy working in teams and are quick to take the reins on projects. With a management degree from Post University, you can turn your knack for leadership into a management career. Great managers are needed in virtually every industry; you can pursue management jobs in operations management, retail, social and community service, supply chain management, sales, product development, administrative services, human resources, and more.
Request More Information »The coursework for your Supply Chain & Logistics Management concentration provides a thorough overview of how distribution systems evolve to meet the needs of today’s economy. You’ll also cover inventory fundamentals from a variety of viewpoints: financial, physical, forecasting and operations.
Request More Information »Whether you’re driving down the highway or watching TV from your couch, you see advertisements everywhere. To create successful campaigns brands rely on marketing-savvy professionals who understand consumer behaviors and industry trends. In Post University’s marketing degree program, you will study these topics and more as you prepare for a marketing career as a customer relationship manager, social media marketer, public relations and fundraising manager, retail manager, sales account executive, or communications specialist.
Request More Information »Featuring courses investigating Social Media marketing and Internet-specific media, students in this concentration will learn about companies that specialize in these areas, as well as the impact and use of social media, the internet, and interactive media to market to specific online audiences.
Request More Information »Beyond theory, this concentration gives students hands-on opportunities to learn how to develop integrated marketing pieces for traditional or online delivery – or both – and ensure message consistency across platforms.
Request More Information »In this concentration, you will be introduced to the challenges associated with managing marketing operations in international companies and concepts and ideas for solving them. Your courses will cover logistics management, international economics, multi-cultural consumers and more.
Request More Information »After completing your concentration in Market Research & Analytics, you’ll have the strategies needed to analyze data generated by the online customer activities. You’ll also gain best practices for using the digital analytical tools that help management gain the insights needed to make smart, data-driven, customer relevant business decisions.
Request More Information »Through courses in marketing management, customer relationship management, and sales force management and leadership, you will learn to create successful long-term growth for brands and companies, while building meaningful connections and relationships with customers and employees.
Request More Information »Students in this concentration will learn what it takes to explore marketing career opportunities in a variety of sport-specific venues – professional, amateur and collegiate. Upon completion, they’ll be able to lead marketing efforts at sports venues or online, from promotions to merchandising to advertising.
Request More Information »You live for the rush of competitive sport. You strive to be the best, both on and off the field. Now turn that passion into a career with a sport management degree from Post University. Our graduates have been recruited for sports management jobs in athletic administration, sports marketing, ticket sales, game-day operations and community relations for a variety of professional sports organizations, amateur sports organizations and collegiate athletic conferences. There’s a team looking for someone like you.
Request More Information »You live for the rush of competitive sport. You strive to be the best, both on and off the field. Now turn that passion into a career with a sport management degree from Post University. Our graduates have been recruited for sports management jobs in athletic administration, sports marketing, ticket sales, game-day operations and community relations for a variety of professional sports organizations, amateur sports organizations and collegiate athletic conferences. There’s a team looking for someone like you.
Request More Information »You live for the rush of competitive sport. You strive to be the best, both on and off the field. Now turn that passion into a career with a sport management degree from Post University. Our graduates have been recruited for sports management jobs in athletic administration, sports marketing, ticket sales, game-day operations and community relations for a variety of professional sports organizations, amateur sports organizations and collegiate athletic conferences. There’s a team looking for someone like you.
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